Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,349 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Fortuna, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a first-time-traveler-eligible RN for an ICU position at an acute care facility in Redwood, CA, requiring Epic experience and a valid CA RN license.

Details

• Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) in an acute care hospital setting
• Average daily census of 4 patients
• Day shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
• 2 out of every 4 weekends required; weekend defined as 2 consecutive days Friday–Sunday
• Floating required within the hospital and to nearby affiliate facilities
• Epic EMR experience required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required; pending CA license accepted
• Current certifications required: BLS and ACLS; PALS required
• Minimum 1 year of ICU experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency with IV therapy, central line care/management, PICC line management, and arterial line management
• Experience with ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC), and ABG interpretation
• Experience with vasoactive and cardiac drip titration, continuous IV sedation, and emergency medications
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty required
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay rates; local candidates are accepted at a different rate
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside more than 50 miles from the facility
• Travelers are expected to float between all facilities within the state; refusal to float may result in assignment termination
• Holiday coverage required for 2 out of 3 major holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days for the duration of the assignment
• Scrubs or business casual attire permitted
• Copy of certifications required for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-732182. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - ICU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.